School: Gleann an Dúin - Prison (roll number 17042)

Location:
Prison East, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
Máire A. Ní Dhocartaigh
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0095C, Page 01_102

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0095C, Page 01_102

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  2. Patsy once heard of a woman who caught a "leprechaun". These Leprechauns are all shoe-makers. The woman brought the one she caught home to the town and bought leather and tools for him. She made a place for him beside the fire. He was very dutiful and made splendid shoes. He got all the trade of the district, but she got the money. This pair were one day in the town and they bought a stock of leather
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